Ideas What Should Cities of the Future Look Like?
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Dec 12, 2024 Jay Pitter, an award-winning placemaker and urban planning professor, Greg Lindsay, a futurist at MIT, and Robin Mazumdar, a neuro-urbanist, dive into the future of our cities. They discuss how urban life shapes community connections and mental health, while addressing the challenges of climate change and inequity. The conversation highlights the psychological impacts of city design, emphasizes the importance of inclusivity, and critiques the increasing anti-urban sentiment. Together, they envision adaptable cities that prioritize human connection and community engagement.
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Lost Promise of Homeownership
- Jay Pitter's grandmother, a Jamaican immigrant, bought their first home through sewing and baking.
- This demonstrates a now-broken promise of homeownership for immigrants and working-class individuals.
Cities at War
- Cities struggle with housing crises and homelessness, partially due to conflicts with higher government structures.
- They often lack the power and resources to address these issues effectively.
Car-Centric City Design
- Cars contribute to urban problems, from pedestrian danger to space consumption.
- Prioritizing car movement leads to shorter crosswalk times, endangering vulnerable pedestrians.